Krensky, Stephen

Frustrated by Santa's slowness at Christmastime, Muckle the elf creates a mechanical replacement called the Deliverator and proposes a series of contests to prove that it can do Santa's job better than he can.

Lionel counts down the days to his birthday party by making a time capsule and by letting his sister know what he wants for a present.

Describes how bones perform different functions as part of the human body.

After bragging to his pen pal about his basketball skills, Arthur realizes that he has to make good on his boasts when the pen pal comes to visit.

An illustrated introduction to ancient Egypt, discussing the role of the Nile River in Egyptian civilization, kingdoms and rulers, the development of a writing system, various aspects of daily life, and mummies and monuments. Includes a chronology.

Arthur and his friends try to find a substitute to attend the Father's Day picnic with Buster, whose father is not around much since his parents' divorce.

When Binky is accused of vandalizing school property, Buster and Fern test their detective skills to find the real culprit.

Arthur and his teammates are so impressed with the new uniforms and treats given to them by their new coach, they fail to realize at first that he does not know how to coach soccer.

Arthur's feelings are hurt when Buster begins to spend all his time with his new friend, Mike.

A young child describes in rhyme what it's like to have a loose tooth.